2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 132 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. 2004 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Trajet | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Trajet | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
